No Question About That - a Manchester United podcast

#971 | Ed, Dharnish, and Daniel look back on United's recent 3-2 victory over Fulham - with a focus on the tactical decisions and performance. Key topics include pressing and out-of-possession challenges, the proactive and vertical play under 'Carrick Ball,' midfield balance, and the crucial contributions from Lisandro Martinez and Casemiro. The conversation also looks at Matteus Cunha’s role and how the club might be thinking about midfield next summer.

00:00 Introduction - Three Wins on the Bounce

01:39 United's Pressing & Out of Possession Issues

05:38 Carrick-Ball - Verticality & Proactiveness

14:50 Manuel Ugarte Problem

17:13 Bruno Fernandes & Summer Midfield Plans

19:53 Lisandro Martinez Masterclass

27:15 Cunha's Free Role & Front Three Fluidity

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#970 |  Ed and Dan dissect United’s late victory over Fulham at Old Trafford. What an impact Michael Carrick has had in his three games in charge! From key tactical shifts, to a new attacking intent, and the squad's spirt - it’s been a good couple of weeks. 

On the pitch, there was another outstanding performance from Casimiro and some fine goals as well. United are in a very good position to make European competition next season. Which one? We’ll find out over the next 14 games.  Off the pitch, another protest against the owners but the options for change are very limited. Finally, United face Spurs next week. Another chance for revenge for Bilbao.

00:00 Introduction

02:41 Casemiro's Resurgence

04:21 Midfield Needs

05:58 Penalty Decisions

13:28 Champions League Race

22:02 Sesko's Performance

33:51 Glazer Protests

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#969 | Ed and Wayne preview the upcoming United vs. Fulham match, which will present a different challenge to recent victories over Arsenal and City. There’s a brief review of United’s (lack of) transfer market activity. There may be outgoings although even that seems unlikely this winter. There’s changes in the coaching ranks amid the age-group teams. And Collette Roche has a new job as the head of the new stadium project.

00:00 Introduction

01:45 Transfer Window Discussion

10:45 Under-21 Coaching Changes

15:20 Stadium Development & Ownership

27:10 Supporter Protests

38:33 Fulham Match Preview

51:29 Carrick's Tactical Challenge

61:00 Close

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#968 | Ed, Daniel, and Dharnish analyse United's thrilling 3-2 victory over Arsenal at the Emirates. They discuss key tactical elements, including the pivotal roles of Harry Maguire and Lisandro Martinez in breaking Arsenal's lines with their passing, and the effective nullification of Arsenal's attacking threat. There’s plenty of chat about United's combination play in tight spaces and the tactical adjustments under Michael Carrick. The episode also touches on Arsenal's struggles to find creative solutions and reflects on the broader implications for their title challenge. Looking ahead, the hosts consider United's tactical approach for upcoming matches against Fulham and Tottenham. We back, baby. The fuckin’ biiiiiigest.

00:00 Introduction

03:24 McGuire & Martinez: Line-Breaking Passes

08:55 Small Space Combinations & Rondos

14:07 Defensive Organization & Out of Possession

18:15 Arsenal's Limitations & Tactical Issues

21:51 Looking Ahead: Fulham & Spurs

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#967 | Ed and Dan celebrate United’s thrilling 3-2 victory at Arsenal. Michael Carrick, football genius? Bryan Mbeumo, football genius. Mattheus Cunha, football genius. Patrick Dorgu, football genius. Bloody hell. United scored three worldie goals. Arsenal hacked a couple in. This was a performance that could salvage a season.

00:00 Introduction

04:23 Tactical Insights and Strategies

11:32 Arsenal's Midfield 

17:54 Managerial Changes and Future Prospects

28:43 Set Pieces

30:21 Player Performances 

32:23 VAR Decisions and Controversies

33:41 Managerial Tactics 

36:15 Upcoming Fixtures 

42:33 Fan Reactions and Internet Culture

50:29 Concluding Thoughts 

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